Phrase info

q.e.d.

Speech parts

1. q.e.d. - Noun

2. q.e.d. - Phrase

Meaning

(mathematics, dated) Initialism of quod erat demonstrandum (“what had to be proved; what was to be demonstrated”): placed at the end of a mathematical proof to show that the theorem under discussion is proved.

(by extension) Used to indicate that an argument or proposition is proved by the existence of some fact or scenario.

Q.E.D. (plural Q.E.D.s)

Some fact or scenario that proves an argument or proposition; a justification.

q.e.d.

Alternative letter-case form of Q.E.D.

Source: en.wiktionary.org

Examples

Q.E.D.: Russiagate is a sham and Mueller’s probe should be shut down immediately. Source: Internet

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